Abstract
Microbial Biotechnology introduce topics at the forefront of this field that are being applied to probe biological problems, or to address the most pressing issues facing society. These topics include those that form the cornerstone of contemporary research. Chapters cover the essentials of microbial biotechnology, its applications in agriculture, diagnostics, and urban and artistic conservation, as well as the potential threats genetic modification may pose to public health, the environment and intellectual property.
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Contents
- Front Matter
- 1. The Basic Principles of a Biotechnology Process
- 2. Microbial Growth
- 3. Microbial Bio-Production
- 4. Biotechnology and Food and Drink Production
- 5. Environmental Biotechnology
- 6. Application of Synthetic Biology to Biotechnology
- 7. Diagnostics
- 8. Microbial Biotechnology and Agriculture
- 9. Using Extremophiles in Biotechnology
- 10. Microbial Biotechnology in the Art and Built Environment
- 11. Ethical Considerations
- End Matter